Flowering Trees
- Hibiscus syriacus ‘Diana’ is celebrated for its abundant blooms and long flowering season. This award-winning deciduous shrub is compact, making it perfect for smaller gardens or urban spaces. Its pure white, saucer-shaped flowers can reach up to 12 cm wide. With slightly wavy petals, they offer a soft elegance that stands out against green foliage. Unlike most hibiscus varieties, ‘Diana’ blooms stay open through the night. This ensures continuous beauty from mid-summer until the first frost. Each flower lasts about a day, while the foliage shifts from lush green to golden-yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest. It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. For best results, plant in a sheltered position to protect from harsh winds. ‘Diana’ is easily trimmed to shape and makes an excellent potted plant. It grows to approximately 1.5 meters tall and 1.2 meters wide.
- Hoheria populnea, known as Lacebark, is a compact evergreen tree native to New Zealand. Its slender branches carry fresh, light green leaves that are semi-glossy, veined, and sharply toothed, giving it a delicate yet vibrant appearance. From late summer into autumn, the tree bursts into bloom with masses of starry, snow-white flowers. These striking blossoms often conceal the foliage, creating a dazzling seasonal display. The name “lacebark” refers to its fibrous inner bark, which resembles fine lace. This net-like material can be torn into ribbons and was traditionally used by Māori and Pākehā for weaving hats, capes, and baskets. Thriving in full sun, it prefers moist, well-drained soil that doesn’t dry out too much. With its graceful form and cultural significance, it makes an ideal shade tree for smaller gardens. Expect it to grow to approximately 5 metres tall and 3 metres wide.
- Hymenosporum flavum known as the Australian Frangipani, is a vigorous, evergreen tree with an upright habit and open form. Its long glossy green foliage provides year-round interest, while the tree’s elegant structure makes it a standout feature in any garden. During spring and early summer, it bursts into clusters of creamy yellow flowers. These blooms release a delightful fragrance, attracting bees, butterflies, and nectar-loving birds, which in turn bring vibrant life and movement to your outdoor space. Native to Australia, this tree thrives in moist, well-drained soil and full sun. However, it benefits from being planted in a sheltered position, away from strong winds, ensuring healthy growth and long-lasting beauty. Reaching approximately 10m high and 4m wide, it suits both spacious and smaller gardens. With regular trimming, you can easily maintain a compact shape and control its height, making it a versatile choice for modern landscapes.
- Jacaranda mimosafolia - Jacaranda is a bold, fast-growing tree with a rugged, irregular crown and dynamic branches reaching outward, the Jacaranda instantly commands attention in any landscape. Although it is deciduous in all but the warmest climates, it still offers year-round visual interest thanks to its fine, feathery green foliage. As early summer arrives, its canopy transforms into a striking display, when soft purple blooms blanket the tree in breath taking colour. Not only does it provide beauty, but it also makes an excellent dappled shade tree. Native to south-central South America, this sub-tropical species thrives in sunny locations with moist, well-drained soil but will tolerate dryer once established. Typically, it grows to around 7 meters tall and 5 meters wide, making it a standout feature in gardens or larger landscapes.
- Knightia excelsa, commonly known as Rewarewa, is a striking evergreen native to New Zealand. It forms a slender, erect, and tapering tree with long, green serrated leaves that adds texture and structure to the landscape. In spring, it produces very unusual tubular reddish-brown flowers with yellow tips that are highly attractive to native birds, adding both ecological value and seasonal interest. Because of its upright habit, Rewarewa is ideal for smaller gardens and narrow spaces. Additionally, it is well-suited to coastal gardens. While it tolerates clay soils, overly wet conditions should be avoided. Likewise, phosphate-based fertilizers are not recommended. Typically, it grows to approximately 7 x 3 metres, making it a manageable yet elegant choice for urban and rural settings alike. Interestingly, the Latin name Excelsa refers to its tall, strong stature.
- 7 x 3m
- Medium 5-10m
- Moderate
- Tree
- Columnar
- Evergreen
- New Zealand
- Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, Olea El Greco, Dacrydium Cupressinum, Acer Bowall, Poplar crow’s nest, Quercus robur fastigiata, Carpinus Betulus fastigiata, Dacrycarpus Dacrydoidies, Cupressus totem
- Green
- Reddish Brown
- No
- Prefers Moist well drained, Will tolerate clay, Not Wet
- Coastal, Wind
- Avenue, Small Garden, Bird Feeding, Narrow Spaces
- Koelreuteria paniculata, known as the Golden Rain Tree, is a medium‑sized deciduous tree with a broad, spreading canopy. Its long pinnate leaves emerge pinkish in spring, mature to green in summer, and turn a brilliant yellow in autumn. In early summer, elongated panicles of golden‑yellow flowers appear, creating a magnificent display. With origins in China, Korea, and Japan, this tree is hardy once established, tolerating heat, drought, and urban conditions with ease. Highly adaptable, the Golden Rain Tree grows in clay, loam, or sandy soils. Moreover, it can thrive even in nutritionally poor soils, although it will not tolerate waterlogged ground. Compact yet striking, it grows to approximately 5m tall by 4m wide, making it a standout specimen for smaller gardens or feature plantings.
- Kunzea ericoides, commonly known as Kanuka, is a tall, fast-growing New Zealand native tree with a broad, spreading crown. Because of its vigorous growth, it’s widely recognised and valued in native landscapes. Although its tiny needle-like leaves resemble Manuka, they feel noticeably softer to the touch. During summer, small white flowers blanket the tree, creating an almost snow-like effect that’s highly attractive to bees. Compared to Manuka, Kanuka grows larger and produces smaller seeds. Once established, it withstands windy coastal conditions and thrives in dry soils. Furthermore, it tolerates clay, though overly wet areas should be avoided. Extremely hardy, Kanuka reaches approximately 6 x 4 metres. As a result, it’s used extensively as a cover tree to protect newly planted native revegetation, offering both shelter and ecological support.
- Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Townhouse’, better known as Crepe Myrtle, is a compact deciduous tree with a rounded canopy. Its bark sheds naturally, revealing smooth, trunks and branches that add structure and character. Through summer, the foliage stays deep green before shifting to fiery oranges and yellows in autumn. With a moderate growth rate and clean form, this tree brings style to smaller outdoor spaces. Come summer, ‘Townhouse’ produces large, cone-shaped clusters of white flowers—striking against its dark foliage. While it can handle moderate winds, it performs best in a sheltered spot with moist, well-drained soil. Reaching around 4 metres tall and wide, it’s easy to shape and makes a beautiful specimen tree in a smaller garden layout. Whether you're designing a modern garden or adding structure to a mixed border, ‘Townhouse’ Crepe Myrtle stands out. Its compact size, seasonal colour, and tough nature make it a solid choice for anyone who values form, function, and impact.
- Lagerstroemia indica ‘De Puard’ – Crepe Myrtle is a delightful small deciduous tree with a compact, rounded form. During summer, its lime-green foliage creates a fresh display, before transforming into rich autumn tones of brilliant red. At the same time, lilac-mauve flowers with a crepe-paper texture cover the tree in abundance, offering a truly spectacular sight throughout the warmer months. Furthermore, its smooth, mottled pinkish-gray bark provides striking year-round interest. This variety grows best in moist, well-drained soil and full sun, ensuring maximum flower production. In addition, it makes an elegant feature in a sheltered small garden. Reaching approximately 4 x 3 metres, it can also be easily trimmed to suit your preferred shape and size, giving both flexibility and charm
- A small deciduous tree which covers itself in ruffled, red crimson , flowers through summer. Lime green leaves over summer turn autumn colours of yellow, gold and red. Smooth shiny bark. Beautiful feature for a small garden.
- Lagerstroemia indica ‘Soir D’ete’ – Crepe Myrtle is a charming small deciduous tree with a vase-shaped form. During summer, its lime-green leaves create a fresh display, before turning to rich autumn shades of yellow and gold. At the same time, ruffled light-pink flowers cover the tree in abundance, producing a truly spectacular sight throughout the warmer months. In addition, its smooth, shiny bark adds year-round interest. This variety thrives best in moist, well-drained soil and full sun, which ensures maximum flower production. Moreover, it makes a beautiful feature in a sheltered small garden. Growing to approximately 4 x 3 metres, it can also be easily trimmed to suit your desired shape and size, offering both flexibility and elegance
- Laurus nobilis – Bay Laurel is a compact evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. Its dark green, leathery leaves are highly aromatic and widely valued for culinary use. In spring, small yellow flowers appear, followed by clusters of dark berries that add seasonal interest. Bay Laurel can be easily trimmed to shape, making it ideal as a screen or hedge. Moreover, it performs beautifully as a standard or ornamental tree, offering versatility in both formal and informal garden designs. This tree prefers moist, well-drained soil, yet it will tolerate drier conditions once established. In addition, it withstands coastal and windy aspects, making it a resilient choice for challenging sites. Mature specimens typically reach around 5 metres high and 3 metres wide. Interestingly, the name nobilis reflects its impressive quality and noble reputation.
-
We also stock Larger growing lemon varieties with a more citric taste. These can include Eureka, Lisbon, Yen Ben, and Genoa. Make enquiries as to which varieties we have available now or see our online catalogue.- DESCRIPTION
One of the most popular. Low spreading growth habit with few thorns. Large yellow-orange fruit when ripe with smooth skin and lower acid level than other lemon varieties. Very high juice content. Plant in warm sheltered position and rich well- drained moist soil in full sun Feed regularly during growing season and water well in summer. Mulch with well-rotted compost. Good in containers. HARVEST – JUN-AUG Height x Width 2.5 x 2.5 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin China Similar to Consider Other Lemons, Oranges, Mandarins, - LEAF
Leaf Colour Dark Green - FLOWER
Flower Colour White with pink buds Fragrant? Yes - USES
Fruit Producing Yes Small Garden Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. - Lemon ‘Genoa’ (Citrus limon) - Italian Lemon is a Eureka type thornless lemon. Well-suited to most home gardens as the tree is typically smaller than most other lemons. Bears heavily from an early age, producing large, greenish yellow, very juicy fruit with low seed count. Also known as Genova or Italian Lemon. May bear fruit anytime of the year. Harvest – Jul – Dec. Lemons are heavy feeders so require a soil that can provide adequate nutrients. Feed with Citrus fertilizers. Harvest is during the winter months
- Lemon ‘Lisbon’ (Citrus limon) is a vigorous, large-growing tree bearing excellent crops of fruit. The lemons are large, with variable seed content & very thick rind. The flesh is very sour & moderately juicy. One of the hardiest lemons, tolerant of both heat & cold. Harvest is generally over the winter months but can also crop late summer. Lemons are heavy feeders so require a soil that can provide adequate nutrients. Feed with Citrus fertilizers.
- Leptospermum nitidum ‘Coppersheen’ is a popular, fast-growing evergreen native to Tasmania. It is admired for its striking bronze-red foliage, red stems, and masses of white flowers that bloom profusely in summer, adding vibrant contrast to the garden. Easily trimmed, Coppersheen makes an excellent hedge or larger screen. When left to grow naturally, it reaches approximately 6 x 4 metres, forming a spreading tree with strong visual appeal. This hardy plant tolerates drought and coastal conditions. It grows best in full sun with moist, well-drained soil, making it a versatile choice for many landscapes.
- A hardier selection of Tahitian lime. Fruit is small to medium in size with dark green skin, turning lime yellow at maturity. Flesh tangy, juicy and seedless. Can be eaten green or yellow. Heavy scented flowers, aromatic foliage. Trim to shape. Harvest over the winter months. (named after John T. Bearss who developed this seedless variety)
- Liriodendron tulipifera, commonly known as the Tulip Tree, is a fast-growing, pyramidal deciduous tree with a clean trunk and graceful spreading branches. Its large, lyre-shaped green leaves create a lush summer canopy and turn a vibrant butter-yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest. In late spring, fragrant tulip-like flowers appear, showcasing greenish-yellow petals with a striking orange band at the base. These blooms make the tree a standout feature in any landscape. The Tulip Tree thrives in moist, well-drained soil and tolerates clay, provided it is not overly wet. It grows approximately 10 x 6 meters in 10 years and can reach 30 x 15 meters at maturity. Ideal as a shade or specimen tree, it also works beautifully in avenues to create a bold statement. The name “Tulipifera” refers to its distinctive tulip-shaped flowers, which are its most charming feature.
- Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Tulip Tree is a deciduous tree with a strong, columnar growth habit. Its upright branches hold distinctive green, lyre shaped leaves that turn a rich butter yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest to any landscape. In late spring, slightly fragrant tulip shaped flowers appear. They are greenish yellow with an attractive orange band at the base, creating a subtle yet elegant display. The upright tulip tree prefers full sun and well drained soil. However, it adapts to clay provided you avoid excessive moisture. Because it grows to around 8 × 3 metres and maintains a tidy, slender form, it suits formal landscapes, avenues, and compact urban spaces.
- Lophostemon confertus – Queensland Brush Box is a large, fast-growing evergreen tree with an attractive oval shape. Its long, leathery green leaves create a lush cloud like canopy, while the rusty-brown bark peels away to reveal smooth, lighter tones beneath. During summer, creamy white flowers appear, resembling eucalyptus blooms. These are followed by woody capsules, similar to gum nuts, adding seasonal interest and texture to the tree’s display. This hardy Australian species tolerates a wide range of soils, including clay and compacted ground. However, it thrives best in moist, well-drained conditions and full sun exposure. Queensland Brush Box grows to approximately 10 x 6 metres in ten years, eventually reaching 15 x 6 metres at maturity. With its dense shade and striking form, it makes an excellent specimen or shade tree for gardens and landscapes.
